CVE-2021-40719: Adobe Connect Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution

Published Oct 21, 2021
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Updated

Adobe Connect version 11.2.3 (and earlier) is affected by a Deserialization of Untrusted Data vulnerability to achieve arbitrary method invocation when AMF messages are deserialized on an Adobe Connect server. An attacker can leverage this to execute remote code execution on the server.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Adobe Connect<=11.2.3

Event History

Oct 21, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:33 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-40719?

CVE-2021-40719 is a vulnerability in Adobe Connect version 11.2.3 (and earlier) that allows for arbitrary method invocation and remote code execution on the server.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-40719?

CVE-2021-40719 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-40719?

Adobe Connect versions up to and including 11.2.3 are affected by CVE-2021-40719.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-40719?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-40719 by leveraging the Deserialization of Untrusted Data vulnerability to execute remote code execution on the Adobe Connect server.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-40719?

Yes, Adobe has released a security update to address the vulnerability. It is recommended to update Adobe Connect to the latest patched version.

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